Red Carpet Ready

Occasionally I have the opportunity to walk the red carpet with Joey. It’s generally fun, assuming I have something to wear that I like. Consequently, I try to have options available and I try to wear something I’ve made. I recently wore this upcycled skirt for the first time when Joey performed at a fundraising event (I stood behind Ted Turner in the buffet line). I don’t have any photos from the event to share, but I was happy with the way it looked and felt; it’s very comfortable.

I made it from two thrifted skirts and a thrifted Calvin Klein gown. The first step was cutting out the lining from the gown and cutting off the bodice. The long skirt became the under layer. Then I added the solid navy wool crepe skirt and pulled it up to ruche it in the front. The printed silk piece in the back was added for a touch of drama. After sewing on my favorite stretchy waistband, I was good to go.

For this post I’ve paired it with a navy top from H&M, an upcycled cowl/scarf, embroidered belt from Express 20 years ago, vintage gloves, and earrings that I’ve loved since the 80’s.

Have a good one!

p.s. Please check out Patti. She has a feature called Visible Monday which is FABULOUS. Thanks for letting me participate, Patti!

No, thank YOU! Being able to connect through your blog is really great for beginners like me. Also, I wanted to say that your skirt isn’t a true mini! You look great and should wear it with total confidence.

WOW! Jean, you look magnificent! That is so chic, so svelte with those pointy shoes, and you made it? That silk piece in the back – what a wallop of drama. Your imagination is ON!

How cool that you stood behind the iconic Ted Turner in the buffet line. Ha! I look forward to hearing more of your adventures, not only in the production of your creations but about where you wear them.

Thank you! It’s also extremely soft and comfortable which is a necessity. I love the striped dress you are wearing in your post. I made all of my maternity clothes and I still have the dress that I was wearing the night my daughter arrived unexpectedly, 24 years ago. You look beautiful.

Jean, Thank you for your kind compliment and visiting my blog. I wish that your pictures were larger so I could really see more of the detail. I can’t really see the design of the top in the tiny photo. Say hi again and I hope you will follow. Love Danielle Celeste

Nice creation. It’s amazing how one thought process works. You saw thrifted garments and decided to make something that is red carpet worthy. And no one would have a clue that it’s a DIY. I like the addition of the black gloves. Giving a hit of drama to the outfit.